Need Moral Support - Diabetes Message Board

MsJat · 07-10-2003, 03:38 PM

Hi, Everyone,

I am 33 years old and was diagnosed Type 2 on June 5 and went to my Diabetes Educator & Dietitian for the 1st time on July 1. I am on 4mg Avandia once per day. Went to regular doctor on July 3.

My doctor said he will probably change my medicine when I go back the end of this month. I have appointment with my DE & Dietitian on July 15th.

I am on a 1600 calorie / 200 Carbs per day diet. I am going nuts! I feel hungry all the time. I have had one episode of hypoglycemia (even though my blood glucose was 98) I had several of the symptoms of hypo.....pretty scary........ I constantly crave sugary / starchy foods....... will this eventually get better? Will I ever feel full again?

My mood swings are worse than ever, get very angry over nothing and cry at the drop of a hat. I feel like I am losing my mind!

Is it sugar withdrawal? What can I do? I am feeling that I am not gonna be able to deal with this much longer. Any advice?

MsJat

SamQKitty · 07-10-2003, 08:40 PM

It's not unusual to feel as if you have hypoglycemia when your blood sugars first start coming down. If your body is used to the highs, it will take a while to get used to the "normal" levels. Please believe that it is worth it. Keeping your blood glucose as near normal as possible will minimize and even may eliminate any possible long-term complications, such as heart disease, kidney disease, vision problems, etc.

It can take several weeks for the blood sugars to stabilize. Test as often as you can (3-4 times a day), especially at first as your medication is adjusted, so that you can spot patterns. This will help both you and your doctors figure out whether you're on the right amount of medication.

I know diabetes can seem overwhelming at first, but the upside is that people who take care of their diabetes may end up being healthier in the long run than people who don't even have diabetes and don't take care of themselves.

So, hang in there!